Biodiversity Specialist

Division

Climate Project

Location

Jakarta

Job Type

Full-time, Permanent

What You'll Do

Lead the implementation of biodiversity conservation field projects, including monitoring and surveys, ensuring compliance with VCS and CCB Verra Standards and/or other standards as required by the project.
Manage and analyze biodiversity data, including databases of species, habitats, and ecosystem conditions within the project area.
Design and implement conservation plans for the protection of endangered species and critical habitats, including developing necessary biodiversity-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Process data from biodiversity surveys and monitoring activities.
Prepare biodiversity survey and monitoring reports, ensuring alignment with VCS and CCB Verra Standards and/or other project-specific requirements.

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Forestry, or other environmental sciences.
Basic knowledge of forest ecosystems and biodiversity.
Proficient in data processing software (e.g., GIS, Excel).
Strong analytical skills for interpreting data and survey results.
Effective communication skills for preparing reports and presentations.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in biodiversity-related fields; fresh graduates with a strong interest in biodiversity and environmental issues are encouraged to apply.
Proficient in wildlife and/or flora survey and monitoring techniques, such as camera traps, mist nets, and other necessary methods for biodiversity surveys and monitoring.
Ability to identify flora and/or wildlife (mammals, birds, herpetofauna, etc.).
Knowledge or experience in biodiversity assessment approaches, such as High Conservation Value (HCV) assessments, Critical Habitat Assessments (CHA), or similar methodologies. HCV and/or HCS certification is an advantage.
Strong initiative and ability to work independently or in teams with minimal supervision.
Willingness to conduct field activities as required by the project (Field Surveys).